Liberty Nation Podcast

RJ Jarrett, Toree Boyd, Coach Martinez, and Javin Kilgo

With Kevin out this week, Phil was planning on talking to Coach O.  But Coach was busy finalizing some transactions, so Phil started the podcast interviewing players RJ Jarrett and Toree Boyd.  Then Phil talked to Coach Martinez and QB Javin Kilgo.

Oregon Win, Upcoming Trip to Billings, and Listener Q&A

In this episode, Kevin and Phil talk to Coach O about the win against Oregon; what went well and what is still a work in progress, as well as looking ahead to Coach's trip home to Billings for a short week game.  We discuss what its like for Coach O to go home and coach the Liberty in an arena he has fond memories of in front of friends and family.
We also address some questions that we have had submitted from our listeners, such as player and coach contracts, why certain players were not re-signed, and who is the most improved player since game 1.

SWKS Game Recap, Oregon Look Ahead, and Meet the Trainers!

In this episode, Kevin and Phil sit down with Coach O to recap the game against SW Kansas last Saturday night and dive into some of the miscues that didn't go the Liberty's way.  We also discuss the upcoming game against Oregon, and we touch on some of the rule differences with Arena football around special teams.
Kevin and Phil also talk to Jordan and Taylor who are physical therapists in Salina and work with the Liberty.  We discuss what their day to day looks like with the players, some of the ugly injuries they see, and who can tape an ankle faster!

Albany and SW KS Breakdowns & Coach Martinez

This week, Kevin and Phil break down and discuss last Sunday's game vs. the Albany Firebirds, starting the season 0-3 and where the team is at this time, and looking ahead to the game this Saturday against SW Kansas with Coach O.
Coach Martinez also makes an unscheduled appearance to give us his background, what he is responsible for on the staff, and why he is a NY Yankees fan.  Want to know more about Coach Martinez...what he likes to eat and drink while breaking down film?  This is the episode for you!
And a shoutout for #9 Jamario "Rio" Benson!

Get to Know Owner Roy Lawrence, Superfan Fireball John, and LB Kerry Starks

In this episode, Kevin and Phil chat with Salina Liberty owner Roy Lawrence about how he got involved with the Liberty, what his day to day looks like, what all he does on a game day, and what to expect from the team and the league this  year.  We also sit down with Liberty superfan Fireball John and find out why he is called "Fireball John", his love for the Salina Liberty football team, and some of his travels and favorite moments.  Finally, we spend a few minutes to get to know #1 Kerry Starks.

Chat with General Manager Sam Sellers

In this episode, Kevin and Phil sit down and chat with General Manager Sam Sellers.  We discuss the day-to-day duties as the GM, tasks that fall to him that you might not think of when it comes to running an Arena Football team, and the status and state of the union with the AF1 league.  Want to know how many footballs a team goes through in a season?  We have the answer!
Kevin and Phil also introduce you to #2 Tracy Brooks.

Corpus Christi Game Review and Meet Adina and Luis

Kevin and Phil review the Corpus Christi loss with Coach O; what went wrong, what went right, and whatthe next two weeks will look like before the Salina Liberty travel back to Corpus Christi for game 2 on the season.  We also introduce you to two of the Liberty Players, #60 Adina Okeke (OL) and #11 Luis Gonzalez (RB).

Getting Ready for 2025 with Coach O’

Welcome to the first episode of the Liberty Nation Podcast!  In this first episode, Kevin and Phil sit down for a chat with the Head Coach of the Salina Liberty Coach Heron O'Neal.  We discuss his offseason, what the Arena Football 1 League looks like this year, we break down some of the players on this year's roster, and talk about the upcoming game this weekend in Corpus Christi, TX against the Tritons.